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We are actively seeking a dedicated Dentist to join our client's team in California for an exciting 60-day assignment starting Apr 6, 2026. This role involves delivering comprehensive general dentistry, with shifts scheduled from 7a-6p on a 4/10's basis.Responsibilities and DutiesProvide general dentistry servicesHandle a variety of general...
Location:CA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
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We are seeking a skilled Dentist for a 120-day assignment with our client in California, beginning Apr 6, 2026. This role involves providing comprehensive general dentistry to a diverse patient population, with shifts typically running from 8 AM to 5 PM, focusing on a balanced mix of adult and pediatric patients.Responsibilities and DutiesPerform general...
Location:CA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
We are seeking a qualified Endodontist for a locum tenens opportunity in California, starting Feb 2, 2026. This 48-day assignment offers a flexible schedule—one 8-hour day per week, with a preference for Mondays. The position involves a mix of consults and treatment columns, providing specialized dental care to a dedicated patient panel.Job DetailsLocation:...
Location:CA
Specialty:Endodontics
Provider Type:Dentist
We are seeking a highly experienced Dentist for a 52-day assignment with our client in California, starting May 5, 2026. This role primarily involves performing anterior, pre-molar, and molar root canals, with a strong emphasis on molar root canal procedures. The schedule is 9am-6pm daily, where you will exclusively treat pre-screened patients with...
Location:CA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
NEW
Our client in California is seeking a dedicated Dentist for a 110-day assignment starting Jun 8, 2026. This role involves working 8a-5p shifts, primarily out of two operatories, and focusing on a range of cases including crowns, bridges, fillings, and various preventative and restorative procedures.Responsibilities and DutiesWorking out of two operatories.Managing...
Location:CA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
Our client in California is seeking a skilled Dentist for a 1-day assignment starting Apr 9, 2026. This role involves performing fillings, hygiene checks, restorative work, and potentially assisting with hygiene duties due to staffing needs. The scheduled shift is from 9am to 5pm, providing a focused day of patient care.Responsibilities and DutiesPerform...
Location:CA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
We are seeking an experienced Endodontist for a 6-day assignment in California, commencing Apr 6, 2026. This full-time role involves a schedule from 8 AM to 5 PM, focusing on performing a high volume of RCPs and root canals, particularly on molars and premolars. The Endodontist will manage cases currently being referred out by the client, ensuring immediate...
Location:CA
Specialty:Endodontics
Provider Type:Dentist
Our client in California is actively seeking an Endodontics Dentist for a 180-day assignment starting Mar 30, 2026. This role involves a consistent schedule from 8 AM to 5 PM, focusing on performing root canal procedures, managing a caseload of referrals, and ensuring immediate charting of patient interactions.Responsibilities and DutiesPerform root...
Location:CA
Specialty:Endodontics
Provider Type:Dentist
NEW
Our client in CA is seeking a dedicated Dentist for a 120-day assignment starting May 4, 2026. This role involves providing general dentistry services, caring for a diverse patient base of 50% pediatric and 50% adult patients. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm, with an expectation to see 16-18 patients per day, ensuring comprehensive care...
Location:CA
Specialty:Dentistry
Provider Type:Dentist
Locum tenens dentist jobs are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at healthcare facilities over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year. Locum and travel dentists hold all the same qualifications as a permanent dentist, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility. Explore our locum tenens guide to learn more.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, dentists in California earn an average of $181,720 a year.
Dentists in California are required to complete 50 hours of CE every two years.
It’s estimated that the number of dentist jobs will increase by 4% between 2022 and 2032. This is average for the majority of occupations, with a projection of 5,100 openings for dentists each year.
AMN Healthcare reported that the state most in need of dentists was Florida.
The dental specialty that earns the most money is oral and maxillofacial surgeon. The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that oral and maxillofacial surgeons earn about $334,310 annually.